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Getting Beyond the Catchy Phrase and Creating a Trial Theme that Truly Works
by Ken Broda-Bahm, Ph.D.Posted on July 1, 2008 | 2 CommentsBy now, the advice to “use a trial theme” is or should be familiar to any practicing litigator. It is intuitive to discover and use a statement that unifies and embraces your view of the entire case. But crafting the right theme involves much more than […] -
What We Know Now: An Overview of Recent Eye Witness Research
by Kristin FinkleaPosted on July 1, 2008 | No CommentsWhat you can learn from the most recent eye-witness research. -
How Attorneys Can Use Religion to be More Effective at Trial
by Samuel C. Lindsey and Monica K. Miller, Ph.D. and David Hayward, Ph.D. and Alayna Jehle, Ph.D.Posted on July 1, 2008 | 2 CommentsWhat you can learn from the research on religion to help you at trial. -
Four Generations in the Jury Box: Tailor Your Message, Make the Connection
by Cam Marstonby Cam MarstonPosted on May 1, 2008 | No CommentsThere has been a lot of buzz lately about generational challenges in the workforce as companies struggle to make sense of the different needs and perspectives of four distinct generations working side by side. Businesses worldwide have entire budgets dedicated to understanding how to connect with employees and customers based […] -
Caveats of the Death-Qualified Jury: Ways Capital Defense Attorneys Can Use Psycholegal Research to Their Advantage
by Brooke Butler, Ph.D.Posted on May 1, 2008 | 3 CommentsWhat is Death Qualification? Death qualification is a process unique to capital trials in which venirepersons (i.e., prospective jurors) are questioned about their beliefs regarding the death penalty. In order to be eligible for capital jury service, a venireperson must be able and willing to consider both legal […] -
What Do You Hear When You Listen? Five Principles with Tips for Developing Critical Listening Skills
by Diane F. Wyzga, RN, JDPosted on May 1, 2008 | No CommentsA mother’s ear is attuned to hear her baby’s cry. Each of us has had the experience of sitting bolt upright in bed having heard a “bump in the night.” There is a critical difference between hearing and listening although we often exchange one action for the other. And what […]